Music Education: Articles & News

On Thursday, May 26, U.S. Secretary of Education, John B. King joined Director of NAMM Public Affairs and Government Relations Mary Luehrsen for an exclusive, LIVE webcast to discuss the new federal education law (ESSA) and its goals for all children to receive a well-rounded education.

NAMM members and musician Bernie Williams participated in a Day of Service, as part of the 2016 NAMM Music Education Advocacy D.C. Fly-In, by coaching students and making music at Friendship Technology Preparatory Academy.

Recreational Music Making (RMM) at Summer NAMM is a chance for business leaders and the Nashville community to share music-making tips and tricks, and to experience the joy and benefits of making music.

Last December’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was a big win for music education, but that necessarily doesn’t mean it will trickle down to the schools in your community. Making that a reality is now up to you.

Annual Global Celebration Featuring More Than 3,000 Free, Outdoor Musical Events Spotlights the Importance of Music and its Key Role in Building and Bridging Communities through Performance and Enjoyment

Community Spotlight

We as a community are extremely proud of the rich tradition the Avon Public Schools has with respect to celebrating the arts and are humbled for receiving such recognition. Our fine arts staff in the area of music and the students whom they serve are fine examples of all that is positive with public education in Avon.

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